وَإِنَّهُۥ لَذِكْرٌ لَّكَ وَلِقَوْمِكَ ۖ وَسَوْفَ تُسْـَٔلُونَ 44
Translations
And indeed, it is a remembrance for you and your people, and you [all] are going to be questioned.
Transliteration
Wa-innahu la-dhikrun laka wa-liqawmika wa-sawfa tus'alun
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah affirms that the Qur'an is a reminder and guidance for the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his people, emphasizing its universal relevance and importance. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir and Al-Qurtubi note that despite the Qur'an's clarity and eloquence, those who reject it will be held accountable, as indicated by the warning 'you will be asked'—referring to the Day of Judgment when all will be questioned about their response to this divine guidance.
Revelation Context
This ayah appears in Surah Az-Zukhruf, a Meccan chapter that addresses idolatry and affirms the oneness of Allah. The context here follows discussions about the Qur'an's role as a clear sign and reminder (dhikr) to both the Prophet and his community, reinforcing that the Qur'an's purpose transcends one person and applies universally to all who receive it.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'The best of you are those who learn the Qur'an and teach it' (Sahih Bukhari 5027). Additionally, 'On the Day of Judgment, the Qur'an and those who acted upon it will be brought forth' (Sahih Muslim), emphasizing accountability regarding the Qur'an's message.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah teaches that possessing knowledge of the Qur'an carries responsibility—we will be questioned about how we received, understood, and acted upon it. The reminder serves as both a mercy and a source of accountability, urging believers to engage seriously with the Qur'an and convey its message to others.